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More than 30 million Americans have applied for unemployment in just six weeks. NPR's economics and science correspondents update on the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis.

Raskin's son died just days before the Capitol insurrection. Now Raskin serves on the House select committee charged with investigating the Jan. 6 attack. His new memoir is Unthinkable.

Host Renee Montagne talks with singer/song writer Jill Sobule about her new album, Pink Pearl. In 1995 Sobule had a controversial Top 40 hit with I Kissed a Girl. It took a move to a new label and Sobule's songs often combine poppy, up beat music with ironic and sometimes satirical lyrics. (6:40) STATIONS: Jill Sobule new album is titled Pink Pearl and is published by Wea/Atlantic/Lava; ASIN: B000005J7Z

A fundraising banquet hosted by Common Heart, a local non-profit, to invest in our neighbors impacted by not only this pandemic, but the circumstances and barriers of life in poverty. All guests will enjoy dinner, drinks, music and dancing, entertainment, silent auction, raffles and a presentation hosted by Common Heart volunteers and staff. 6:00 p.m. | Cocktail Hour 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | Dinner, Program & Dancing

STEM on the Wing Saturday, November 6, 10:00-12:30 pm and 1:30-4:00pm Take off into science at STEM on the Wing Day. Our science organization partners will present exciting and interactive activities for all ages! Throughout the day, our expert flight team will ignite your imagination with a series of pop-up appearances. Exercise your brain, and explore your inner geek at this annual celebration. Admission is FREE thanks to MSC Industrial Supply.

Each month, preschool children ages 3-6 years will have an opportunity to create, discover and learn different concepts using the STEAM approach. There will be a different topic at each session. *Registration Required* We ask that you arrive 10 minutes early to claim your registration spot. Any spots that have been unclaimed 5 minutes before the program’s start time will be given to walk-in participants. Masks are encouraged.

Kicking off the inaugural High Country Jazz Festival is the 1956 classic film High Society, with performances by Bing Crosby and Louis Armstrong, shown at the newly-renovated and re-imagined 1938 Appalachian Theatre.

In recognition of Older Americans Month, the District Office will host a Virtual Seniors and Caregivers Resource Fair on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 from 6 p-7 pm. We will share Information regarding resources to help enhance the quality of life for our older citizens and provide information regarding support and resources for those who provide them care. Experts will be on hand to answer your questions. Submit your questions when you register for this event.

Mark your calendars to join RAO Community Health for a few hours of fun on Friday, June 25! In honor of National HIV Testing Day (6/27), we will be offering free rapid testing for HIV & STIs, along with COVID-19 vaccines. Come out and bring a friend to enjoy free, music, and win some prizes! This is an drive-thru event, 18 & up. Walk-ups are welcome but pre-registration is recommended: https://bit.ly/3iK32bU

We need an audience to test out our new show! Great for ages 6 and up. A flower. A hug. A kind act. The cast of Random Acts of Kindness will demonstrate their love for each other and the audience with their impressive skills in dance and circus arts. This show will entertain and warm your heart.

Weekly Speaker presentations about Arts, Science and Current Affairs

This week, Wait Wait is live in Austin with host Peter Sagal, special guest Elana Meyers Taylor and panelists Brian Babylon, Rachel Coster, and Tom Papa

Thousands of cars lined up at the Charlotte Motor Speedway on Thursday night at a massive event handing out free meals.

Ski buff Sarah Witter will get $6,358 back from her hospital and insurer after a review of her bill following the NPR-Kaiser Health News story about her case.

Britain is only six weeks away from its departure from the European Union, but it's not at all clear how Britain will leave the European Union. Many things, including a deal, are not set.

President Biden is marking the second anniversary of the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol by awarding medals to a dozen people who he said helped protect democracy that day.

Florida is at the center of the fight over abortion. As the state faces new restrictions and a November ballot question on abortion rights, Democrats see potential where they haven't in years.

The U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip said its employees were among 18 people killed in an Israeli airstrike on a school. Israel said the school was being used by Hamas.

This event is fun for all ages! North Carolina's largest combat robot event is a great opportunity for families or anyone interested in robotics to watch competitors from across the country, often including teams that have previously competed on the BattleBots TV show. Watch exciting 2-minute battles to 'the death', meet the builders, and cheer on your favorite robots. Bring your friends and family for an unforgettable experience! Admission to the Science Center is not included; non-members who purchase tickets to Battle Bots can add CSC admission for 1/2 price the day of their event. Tickets must be purchased for each day separately.

The 2025–26 Traditional Series opens with Windborne, a virtuoso a cappella vocal quartet. Many of their works are original compositions, while others are highly original adaptations from over two centuries of American vocal music. The quartet’s embracing of traditional folk music and their special love of social activism for some of America’s great 20th-century songwriters highlight their repertoire. This is a cappella music at its finest.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
7:30 P.M.
Tyler-Tallman Hall, Sloan Music Center
For tickets, please contact the Union Box Office at 704-894-2135. Free for Davidson students, but tickets are required.